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When confronted with the prospect of driving after drinking, many people turn to supposed quick sobering methods like showering or drinking coffee. Do these "tricks" actually work? Can they help you avoid a DUI charge? The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit in...
We've all been there – browsing the aisles, trying to discreetly tuck away an item we'd rather not have others see. Maybe you wanted to save a best-selling book to buy it for later by hiding it somewhere in the store. However, did you know that simply concealing...
You probably hear the word “plea bargain” during criminal charges, but what exactly does it mean? A plea bargain is a deal between a defendant and a prosecution. The defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lower charge or one of several offenses in exchange for a lesser...
The Miranda Rights, often encapsulated by the phrase "You have the right to remain silent," are crucial in protecting individuals during police interrogations. However, several misconceptions about these rights can lead to confusion and missteps. Misconception 1:...
Does America have a shoplifting problem? A recent nonpartisan Council on Criminal Justice analysis shows no clear rise in retail theft. However, a significant number of retailers reported an increase in merchandise loss last year. But what do Americans believe when it...
A lineup is one of the tools that the police might use during their investigation. Four or five people usually accompany a suspect during a lineup. These people, called fillers, typically resemble the suspect and are present to test the accuracy of the eyewitness’s...
It is in our nature to defend ourselves in threatening situations. Some may even resort to retaliating when provoked by an assailant. While Florida law allows you to use force when protecting yourself, claiming self-defense does not automatically free you from a...
Burglary involves unlawful entry into any structure in Florida with the intent to commit a crime on the premises. It does not necessarily involve physical force, as a perpetrator can enter through an open or unlocked door. The elements of burglary The basic definition...
Misdemeanors and felonies differ in their sentencing and procedural guidelines. Most people believe a misdemeanor is less serious than a felony, but that is a misconception. Any criminal charge is serious, but we will look more closely at how Florida law classifies...
Petit theft is a standard charge for offenses that involve stolen property valued at less than $750. Generally, this crime is a misdemeanor, depending on the circumstances. Petit theft has two categories as a misdemeanor: Second-degree misdemeanor: The property was...